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MASS INTENTIONS –January 13-21, 2018 Sat. 4pm George Nixon 'anniv' and Beryl & Lawrence Melanson 'anniv' 7pm (Melbourne) Elize Saulnier Sun. 9am The Family of the Pubnico Fire 11:15am parishioners Mon. 10am No Mass Tues. 6:30pm Carmel McIntosh and Lillian Christian Wed. 6:30pm Victoria Doucette and Amy & Augustine Bourque Thur. 9am Delmer Muise and Ludger Surette Fri. 9am Dennis Keene and John Konopetski Sat. 4pm Frank Muise ‘anniv’ and Herbert Muise ‘anniv’ 7pm (Melbourne) Audrey Muise Sun. 9am Olive & Alfred Pothier and Joseph Pothier 11:15am parishioners IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PRESENT ONE OF THE GIFTS: in the offertory procession, at one of the weekend Masses, as a family member of the person for whom the Mass is being said, please see the greeters at least 20 minutes before Mass begins. Please note: The weekday Mass will be cancelled in the event of a funeral. The Mass intention scheduled for that day will be offered at a later date. Pastor: Fr. Henry Smolenaars Parish Deacon: Rev. Mr. Stephen Bourque Fr. Henry Email: [email protected] Residence: 902-742-6556 Office hours: Monday- Friday, 10am-4pm Bulletin email: [email protected] Tabitha Centre: 902-742-8960 Reconciliation/confession is available every Saturday 11 am-noon at St. Ambrose Co-Cathedral. HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP: takes place on Thursdays from 7:30-8:30pm in the youth room of the Parish Centre for the youth in grades 9-12. ONE MILLION HAIL MARY'S: Please help in supporting this worthy cause by praying "Hail Mary's" for our families. Total of Hail Mary’s prayed to date is 645,650. Don’t forget to deposit the number of Hail Mary’s prayed in the box at the front entrance of church or email them to [email protected] One rosary is 53 Hail Mary’s. Please indicate if you have prayed a number of rosaries or individual Hail Mary’s. COLLECTION ENVELOPES: Just a reminder to pick up your collection envelopes at the entrance of the church. Also, could you please include your civic address on your first few envelopes in the new year so that we can update our database and to be able to issue tax receipts. FUN DAY: for children ages 5-10 on Sunday, January 14 th from 1-3pm in the Youth Room of the Parish Centre. Come join in some fun with games, crafts, stories, and a snack. Bring a friend. CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT: for the youth in grades 4-8 on Mondays at 6:30pm in the Youth Room of the Parish Centre. MONTHLY POT LUCK & COFFEE SOCIAL: The pot luck and coffee socials will be held this weekend. The coffee social takes place this weekend after the Saturday 4pm Mass and the Sunday 9am Mass. The pot luck is taking place Sunday, January 14 th , following the 11:15am Mass. Please bring a dish to share with the community. Members of the Catholic Women’s league will be there to accept items. COMMUNITY BREAKFAST: Sunday, January 21 st from 9am-noon at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Adults-$7.00 and children under 12-$3.50. Eat in or take out. CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE NEWS: Monday, January 15 we will have the re- scheduled Catholic Women's League Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Jubilee room. Executive to meet at 6:30. Bring along your stamps, cards and wool. We are still collecting dues of $22. ST. AMBROSE SKI TRIP: to Martock is coming up on Saturday, February 24th. The cost is $25.00 a person. We have a limited number of spots so it will be first come first served. The Church has very limited transportation if needed. The event is for youth and families ages 8 and up. We will chaperone youth over the age of ten and for those under ten, you must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. For more information please contact the parish office 902-742-7151. FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ARCHBISHOP: Due to illness, Mgr Gérald LeBlanc has stepped down from his pastoral ministries. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. Consequently, Archbishop Mancini has appointed Fr. Albéni d’Entremont as the administrator of the parishes of Saint-Pierre, West Pubnico and Immaculée Conception, East Pubnico. This appointment is in addition to his current pastoral role. AN UPDATE ON OUR REFUGEE FAMILIES: In his 2018 New Year's Day address, Pope Francis highlighted the struggles of migrants and refugees around the world: "Migrants and refugees, men and women seeking peace, this is the motto of this day." As we recognize World Day of Migrants and Refugees, here is an update from the St. Ambrose Syrian Refugee Initiative. It has been two years since the parishioners of St. Ambrose got involved with the Syrian refugee crisis. Currently, our two sponsored families are still in a refugee camp in Jordan waiting on final approval from the Canadian Visa Office. Jennifer Derwey-Deane, Refugee Sponsorship Coordinator for the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth, continues to work on our behalf. We were informed in September of 2017 that our families’ files were in queue for final review and a decision was close. This past December, Jennifer sent a follow up correspondence inquiring about the status of our families, and we are still waiting for a response. While many refugees were fast tracked at the beginning of the refugee crisis, the current wait time for privately sponsored refugees from Syria is now 23 months, according to the Canadian government website. While it has been disappointing to wait so long, it is important that we maintain our on-going commitment. If we were to end our sponsorship application, our families would lose their opportunity to come to Canada. As we wait for the final outcome, we ask you to remain hopeful, and keep our two Syrian families in your prayers. (This writeup was done by Tony Dorian who has been put in charge by Fr. Henry of keeping us up to date on our refugee families.) PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: Apr 27-May 7, 2017. The cost is $2035 (+ $675 airport taxes/security/fuel surcharges) and includes airfare from the Maritimes, (twin or triple) accommodation, daily breakfast & dinner and professional local guide. Accompanying priest yet to be determined. For more information, contact Hector and Cécile Caissie at [email protected] or 506-857-2295 2 nd Sunday in Ordinary Time January 13-14, 2018 Our sympathy is extended to the families and friends of Helen Alice Sweeney and the family of the Pubnico fire. Eternal rest grant unto Them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon Them.
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MASS INTENTIONS –January 13-21, 2018
Sat. 4pm George Nixon 'anniv' and Beryl & Lawrence Melanson 'anniv' 7pm (Melbourne) Elize Saulnier Sun. 9am The Family of the Pubnico Fire 11:15am parishioners Mon. 10am No Mass Tues. 6:30pm Carmel McIntosh and Lillian Christian Wed. 6:30pm Victoria Doucette and Amy & Augustine Bourque Thur. 9am Delmer Muise and Ludger Surette Fri. 9am Dennis Keene and John Konopetski Sat. 4pm Frank Muise ‘anniv’ and Herbert Muise ‘anniv’ 7pm (Melbourne) Audrey Muise Sun. 9am Olive & Alfred Pothier and Joseph Pothier 11:15am parishioners
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PRESENT ONE OF THE GIFTS: in the offertory procession, at one of the weekend Masses, as a family member of the person for whom the Mass is being said, please see the greeters at least 20 minutes before Mass begins.
Please note: The weekday Mass will be cancelled in the event of a funeral. The Mass intention scheduled for that day will be offered at a later date.
Pastor: Fr. Henry Smolenaars Parish Deacon: Rev. Mr. Stephen Bourque
Fr. Henry Email: [email protected] Residence: 902-742-6556
Office hours: Monday- Friday, 10am-4pm Bulletin email: [email protected]
Tabitha Centre: 902-742-8960
Reconciliation/confession is available every Saturday 11 am-noon at St. Ambrose Co-Cathedral.
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP: takes place on
Thursdays from 7:30-8:30pm in the youth room of the Parish Centre for the youth in grades 9-12.
ONE MILLION HAIL MARY'S: Please help in supporting this worthy cause by praying "Hail Mary's" for our families. Total of Hail Mary’s prayed to date is 645,650. Don’t forget to deposit the number of Hail Mary’s prayed in the box at
the front entrance of church or email them to [email protected] One rosary is 53 Hail Mary’s. Please indicate if you have prayed a number of rosaries or individual Hail Mary’s. COLLECTION ENVELOPES: Just a reminder to pick
up your collection envelopes at the entrance of the church. Also, could you please include your civic address
on your first few envelopes in the new year so that we can update our database and to be able to issue tax receipts. FUN DAY: for children ages 5-10 on Sunday,
January 14th from 1-3pm in the Youth Room of the Parish Centre. Come join in some fun with games,
crafts, stories, and a snack. Bring a friend. CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT: for the youth in grades
4-8 on Mondays at 6:30pm in the Youth Room of the Parish Centre.
MONTHLY POT LUCK & COFFEE SOCIAL: The pot
luck and coffee socials will be held this weekend. The coffee social takes place this weekend after the Saturday 4pm Mass and the Sunday 9am Mass. The
pot luck is taking place Sunday, January 14th, following the 11:15am Mass. Please bring a dish to share with the community. Members of the Catholic Women’s league will be there to accept items. COMMUNITY BREAKFAST: Sunday, January 21st
from 9am-noon at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Adults-$7.00 and children under 12-$3.50. Eat in or take
out.
CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE NEWS: Monday, January 15 we will have the re-scheduled Catholic Women's League Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Jubilee room. Executive to meet at 6:30.
Bring along your stamps, cards and wool. We are still collecting dues of $22. ST. AMBROSE SKI TRIP: to Martock is coming up
on Saturday, February 24th. The cost is $25.00 a person. We have a limited number of spots so it will be first come first served. The Church has very
limited transportation if needed. The event is for youth and families ages 8 and up. We will chaperone youth over the age of ten and for those under ten, you must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. For more information please contact the parish office 902-742-7151. FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ARCHBISHOP: Due to illness, Mgr Gérald LeBlanc has stepped down from his pastoral ministries. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. Consequently, Archbishop Mancini has appointed Fr. Albéni d’Entremont as the administrator of the parishes of Saint-Pierre, West Pubnico and Immaculée Conception, East Pubnico. This appointment is in addition to his current pastoral role.
AN UPDATE ON OUR REFUGEE FAMILIES: In his 2018 New Year's Day address, Pope Francis highlighted the struggles of migrants and refugees around the world: "Migrants and refugees, men and women seeking peace, this is the motto of this day." As we recognize World Day of Migrants and Refugees, here is an update from the St. Ambrose Syrian Refugee Initiative.
It has been two years since the parishioners of St. Ambrose got involved with the Syrian refugee crisis. Currently, our two sponsored families are still in a refugee camp in Jordan waiting on final approval from the Canadian Visa Office. Jennifer Derwey-Deane, Refugee Sponsorship Coordinator for the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth, continues to work on our behalf. We were informed in September of 2017 that our families’ files were in queue for final review and a decision was close. This past December, Jennifer sent a follow up correspondence inquiring about the status of our families, and we are still waiting for a response.
While many refugees were fast tracked at the beginning of the refugee crisis, the current wait time for privately sponsored refugees from Syria is now 23 months, according to the Canadian government website. While it has been disappointing to wait so long, it is important that we maintain our on-going commitment. If we were to end our sponsorship application, our families would lose their opportunity to come to Canada. As we wait for the final outcome, we ask you to remain hopeful, and keep our two Syrian families in your prayers.
(This writeup was done by Tony Dorian who has been put in charge by Fr. Henry of keeping us up to date on our refugee families.) PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: Apr 27-May 7, 2017. The cost is $2035 (+ $675 airport taxes/security/fuel surcharges) and includes airfare from the Maritimes, (twin or triple) accommodation, daily breakfast & dinner and professional local guide. Accompanying priest yet to be determined. For more information, contact Hector and Cécile Caissie at [email protected] or 506-857-2295
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 13-14, 2018
Our sympathy is extended to the families and
friends of Helen Alice Sweeney and
the family of the Pubnico fire.
Eternal rest grant unto Them O Lord
and let perpetual light shine upon
Them.
WORLD DAY OF MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES: January 14th, 2018.
The theme chosen by Pope Francis for the upcoming World Day of Migrants and Refugees is “Welcoming, protecting, promoting, and integrating migrants and refugees.” “Every stranger who knocks at our door is an opportunity for an encounter with Jesus Christ, who identifies with the welcomed and rejected strangers of every age (Matthew 25:35-43).” To read His Holiness’ full message, you can find it at http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/messages/migration/documents/papa-francesco_20170815_world-migrants-day-2018.pdf Our Archdiocesan ministry of refugee sponsorship, a concrete expression of compassion and respect for the fundamental dignity of every human person, has continued to grow exponentially since its inception decades ago. We would like to take this time to celebrate the accomplishments of our parishes, to welcome and explore new opportunities for participation, and to give thanks for the many contributions from volunteers, dedication from sponsors, and the newly arrived refugees in our country that make the ministry of refugee sponsorship possible. PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE AND ITALY: on June 22-July 2, 2018. For information, please call 902-769-8399. You may leave a message at 902-648-0050 or email [email protected] JOIN FATHER DARIUSZ MISIOLEK ON A PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND: April 12-21st, 2018. Walk where Jesus walked. $3829.00 from Halifax (all pricing in American dollars) with 206 Tours. A 3 night optional pre tour to Jordan is available: $779.00 (April 9th-13th, 2018) You must register by January 30th, at the latest. For more information, please contact Carol at 902-435-2500Ext.3 or email [email protected] or on the web site at www.pilgrimages.com/frmisiolek
BE STILL AND KNOW THAT I AM GOD: Retreat date is January 27th in the Jubilee Room from 9 am to noon. Nothing is more important than spending time with God. In today’s world, nothing is more difficult. We need to unplug from the distractions and the noise of daily living. We need time for our soul to relax and unwind. Come spend some time with the one who loves you. No fee or registration. The morning will consist two meditations and a conference by Fr. John Bartunek, LC, S.Th.D. via DVD. Between each presentation are periods of silence for personal prayer and reflection. The morning concludes with a Holy Hour of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. For further information please call Coleen 902-742-4924 or Helen 902-742-6216
ADORATION CHAPEL: There is a very special place
where Jesus actually resides where you can go and be alone with him. Quiet your soul in prayer or in
silence with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. He is literally waiting for you in our little Adoration Chapel. If you want a radical change in your life, this may be what you are looking for. This is an opportunity to be still and hear the voice of God. If interested, please call Debbie Murphy-Payie at 902-742-4313 TOUR TO THE HOLYLAND: with Fr. Simon Lobo- of Saint Benedict’s, Halifax, and Fr. Bryan Sabourin, Holy Trinity Pastoral Unit, Lower Sackville. The travel dates are October 7-18, 2018. For more info, check out www.privatelabeltravel.ca FAMILY CAREGIVER ALZHEIMER’S EDUCATION SERIES: IN FRENCH, that will take place in Tusket at the Par-en-Bas Community Centre, on Thursday, January 18th and Thursday, January 25th from 9:30am to 4pm. The series will be facilitated by Bertha Brannen. Although the sessions are in Acadian French, most of the materials supplied will be in English. For more information or to register, please call Shawna at 902-778-1038 or email at shawna@reseausantene
